Level Three Outdoor Education
Level
Level Three Achievement and Unit Standards for Level Three students
Entry Requirement
This course is open to Level 3 students. There are no specific entry requirements.
Students will need to have a positive attitude towards participation in outdoor activities and a commitment to demonstrating safe and responsible behaviour.
Cost
Outdoor Education carries a high cost to cover the professional instruction, specialist equipment and transport required.
The estimated cost is $400 - $600, with the final cost to be confirmed by the end of 2026.
Course Outline
Learning experiences will be chosen from a range of outdoor activities, for example:
Adventure Based Learning
Paddle Boarding, Surfing
Sailing
Weather
Mountain Biking
Walking / Tramping
Navigation and Orienteering
First Aid
Bouldering, Abseiling
Assessment
Outdoor Education is 100% internally assessed.
There will be 12-18 Level Two credits available (combination of Unit and Achievement Standards) to Level Two students.
There will be 12-18 Level Three credits available (combination of Unit and Achievement Standards) to Level Three students.
Where Does It Lead
Outdoor Education courses at tertiary level.
Potential careers within the Outdoor and / or Tourism industries.